Tolerate Meaning
/ˈtɒl.ə.ɹeɪt/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
verbTo allow or permit without explicit approval, usually if it is perceived as negative.
verbTo bear, withstand.
Sentence Examples
There was nothing for it but to tolerate it.
We will not tolerate anyone who engages in terrorism.
CEFR Practice Quiz
I cannot ____ the noise from the construction site because it hurts my ears.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The school has a very strict policy and will not ____ any kind of bullying or disrespectful behavior among the students today.
Word Origin & History
Borrowed from Latin tolerātus, the perfect passive participle of tolerō (“to endure”), see -ate (verb-forming suffix). Cognate with Old English þolian (“to tolerate, suffer, bear”) and French tolérer. More at thole.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
I cannot ____ the noise from the construction site because it hurts my ears.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The school has a very strict policy and will not ____ any kind of bullying or disrespectful behavior among the students today.